About the History of ARPEC
Keeping Florida Cool Since 1949
Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Pipefitting Education Center
America's economy was booming after WWII, and new houses, office buildings and factories were going up rapidly. ARPEC was founded in 1949 to help meet the growing need for skilled HVACR technicians and continues to lead as one of Florida's most highly regarded apprenticeship programs. ARPEC students learn from the best craftspeople in the industry in a program designed by the United Association - one of the largest and most prestigious trade unions in the country.
ARPEC provides a hands-on training environment that prepares students to enter the high-demand field of climate control technology.
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Benefit Services has established a website dedicated to the enrolled apprentices in the ARPEC program regarding their benefits.
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